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SUMMARY:MWCC Course: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program
DESCRIPTION:The Maryland World Class Consortia’s Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Program (LSSGB) provides detailed instruction on\, and guidance through\, the Define\, Measure\, Analyze\, Improve and Control (DMAIC) Roadmap.  The Certified LSSGB will be able to identify the right projects\, collect specific data\, analyze the data with powerful Lean and/or Six Sigma tools\, identify root causes\, put solutions in place and set the new process up for both sustainability and continuous improvement. \nThe LSSGB Program consists of 5 learning units covered over a 4-week period.   Because this is delivered via Zoom\, candidates for LSSGB Certification meet 4 hours per day online to participate in training sessions and exercises covering the DMAIC Roadmap. \nProgram Cost \nOption 1 – Standard Course.  The fee for the standard Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program is $3\,500 per person.  This tuition covers all academic modules and course training materials for each academic day.  Students will receive a training guide and “The Lean Six Sigma Pocket Tool Book: A Quick Reference Guide to 100 Tools for Improving Quality and Speed”. \nØ  Participants who successfully complete the program will be presented with a Certificate of Completion. \nOption 2 – DMAIC Project Mentoring and full Certification.  Additional $1300 per person.  Those opting for the DMAIC Project Mentoring and full Certification will receive an additional six hours per student (remote mentoring activities). \nØ  Participants undertaking the “DMAIC Project Mentoring and Full Certification”  will be certified by HartePro Consulting and the MWCC provided they successfully complete the program. \nØ  Participants are strongly encouraged to plan improvement projects in their home facility between monthly classroom meetings beginning after Module 2.  Time necessary to conduct these projects can be significant\, depending on the scope and level of difficulty selected by the student and their sponsor/senior leader\, and should be considered when planning business commitments while the course is in session.  Please contact us if you have questions regarding project planning and applied learning. \nTRAINING FUNDS \nWe are excited to announce that through a grant from the Maryland Department of Commerce\, this training is eligible for 50% reimbursement of the program training costs if you are a Maryland manufacturing or technology company.  \nPlease contact Joyce La Padula at 410-960-3785 or via email at joyce@leanmaryland.com for reimbursement criteria.  \nCLICK HERE FOR FULL COURSE DESCRIPTION \nWho Should Attend? \nThe LSSGB Program is appropriate for workers at all levels in the organization.  This structured program provides guidance for change agents the organization may be underutilizing.  No prior exposure to Lean Six Sigma is required.\n \n2021 Calendar: \nWEEK 1 OF 4: \n22-26 February \nDefine Phase and approximately 1/3 of Measure Phase to be completed in 4 hour/day sessions \n1-6 March \nNo class this week. GBs work independently through Define Phase \nWEEK 2 OF 4: \n8-12 March \nComplete Measure Phase in 4 hour/day sessions \n15-19 March \nNo class this week. GBs work independently through Measure Phase. \nWEEK 3 OF 4: \n22-26 March \nComplete Analyze Phase in 4 hour/day sessions \n29 March – 2 April \nNo class this week. GBs work independently through Measure and Analyze Phases \nWEEK 4 OF 4: \n5-9 April \nComplete Improve and Control Phase in 4 hour/day sessions \n\nLSSGB Certification Exam available electronically.\nExam will be available for 4 weeks. Last possible date to take exam Friday\, May 7\, 2021.\nCandidates working toward LSS Project Certified Green Belt status will have until Friday\, June 25\, 2021 to complete all project certification requirements. Each candidate must meet with/update instructor minimally at the end of each phase to remain on track for certification.\n\nMeet Your Instructor \nMaureen Harte\, MT(ASCP) \nHartePro Consulting\, President \nMaureen Harte is a Medical Technologist\, Johnson & Johnson Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (MBB)\, and a Certified Myers-Briggs Training Institute (MBTI) Instructor. She was the first Certified MBB in Sales and Marketing for Johnson & Johnson worldwide.  Click here for complete bio! \nQuestions? \nIf you have questions about this program\, contact MWCC Managing Director\, Joyce La Padula (410-960-3785).
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-course-lean-six-sigma-green-belt-program/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
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SUMMARY:2021 Economic Development Day
DESCRIPTION:MEDA’s Annual Economic Development Day is going Virtual! \nEach year MEDA and our partners conduct Economic Development Day in Annapolis during the legislative session. Since we can’t go to Annapolis\, we will hear from our elected leadership via the virtual format. \nWhile we plan to celebrate Economic Development all day\, our format will provide a panel discussion with an address from Governor Hogan. We also plan to share information on The Awareness Report\, a project under development by the Public Policy Awareness Committee. \nSo join us for an event designed to bring together all those who are making an effort to Transform Lives by creating opportunities\, inspiring innovation\, and enriching communities. Free to MEDA members and their guests. \nClick here to view the agenda!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2021-economic-development-day/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210220
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201202T160852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T135331Z
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SUMMARY:IEDC: Managing Economic Development Organizations
DESCRIPTION:MEDA Members can attend at the IEDC Member rate. \nThis advanced course will focus on the key principles and practices of professional management in economic development. It will define excellence in economic development and explain the fundamentals of managing for results\, outcome-based performance\, organizational assessment\, stakeholder identification\, vision and mission scope\, organizational culture and more. Also\, participants will learn how to engage their board or council\, staff and community stakeholders\, constituents\, and customers to achieve results in job creation\, tax-base stabilization and community growth and development. Since EDOs differ from one another depending on their available resources\, location\, and mission\, this course is designed to equip a leader of any organization to make the right decisions. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Outcome-based management and performance\n• Managing conflict and developing a statement of ethics\n• Understanding and evaluating the EDOs core competencies\n• Serving the customer and measuring customer satisfaction\n• Improving knowledge management and internal processes\n• Working with board/city council members\, staff and community stakeholders\n• Team building\, determining hiring needs\, and managing budgets\n• Leveraging existing resources and working with regional organizations
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-managing-economic-development-organizations/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
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SUMMARY:TEDCO Virtual Tour
DESCRIPTION:The MEDA Membership Committee along with Leadership Maryland is excited to announce our next Virtual Tour on February 17\, 2021! We will be joining our partners at the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (“TEDCO”)\, for a virtual tour of their investment funds\, programs and resources provided to Maryland-based technology companies. \nTEDCO is an independent instrumentality of the State of Maryland\, established by the Maryland General Assembly in 1998\, to facilitate the creation of businesses and support their growth in all regions of the State. TEDCO’s role is to be Maryland’s leading source of funding for early-stage\, technology-based businesses; to provide other business assistance to entrepreneurs throughout the State; and to foster technology transfer and commercialization from the State’s universities and Federal labs. TEDCO is leading innovation to market in Maryland and contributing to a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in the State through its various programs and funds. \nJoin us to hear how TEDCO provides Maryland entrepreneurs with funding\, resources and connections that early-stage technology and life sciences companies need to thrive in Maryland. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-virtual-tour/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T130000
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SUMMARY:MBIA Event: Info & Opportunities Lunchtime Zoom Series with Maryland Industrial Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Feb 9 | Noon to 1:00\nJoin the Maryland Business Innovation Association for our Monthly\nInfo & Opportunity Lunchtime Zoom Series.\nMBIA is thrilled to introduce MIPS Director\, Joe Naft who will explain how the Maryland Industrial Partnerships – MIPS\, brings together resources and financial support for university-based research projects – that that can move your innovation to the next level.\nBe sure to dial in to learn the facts about this nationally recognized initiative that has generated over 40 Billion in product sales revenue since it’s inception in 1987.\nFor 33 years\, MIPS has  been bringing the inventive minds and extensive laboratory resources of the University System of Maryland (USM) to help create new products that feed the growth of Maryland businesses. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87339158278  Webinar ID: 873 3915 8278 \niPhone one-tap : US: +13017158592
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mbia-event-info-opportunities-lunchtime-zoom-series-with-maryland-industrial-partnerships/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210206
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201202T160641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T160641Z
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SUMMARY:IEDC: Economic Development Credit Analysis
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on course presents business financing tools and available private financing options\, as well as how the public sector can complement bank financing. You will learn how to stimulate private sector investment that results in the creation of permanent\, private sector jobs and increased productivity. Course participants will also perform credit analysis by determining how well a company buys and sells to make a profit. Learn how to read financial reports\, financial statements\, balance sheets and profit and loss statements. Enroll now to understand the basics of structuring deals for small businesses that often combine public and private sector financing programs. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Business credit analysis and deal structuring/restructuring\n• Credit risk\, maturity risk\, rate risk and liquidity\n• Determining if a firm is productive and profitable\n• Analysis of small business lending programs\n• Negotiation and loan packaging options\n• Review lending programs\n• Overview of real estate financing and lending tools
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-economic-development-credit-analysis-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20210128T135052Z
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SUMMARY:County Executive Steuart Pittman to Join AAEDC CEO Ben Birge in Announcing New Minority Business Program in Anne Arundel County
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis\, Maryland (January 27\, 2021) – Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman will join AAEDC CEO Ben Birge to unveil a new initiative aimed at retaining and expanding small\, minority\, women and veteran owned businesses in Anne Arundel County.  \nWHO:            Steuart Pittman\, Anne Arundel County Executive \nBen Birge\, Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation \nKeasha Haythe\, Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation \nWill Holmes\, Will Holmes Consulting (WHC) \nJohnetta Thurston\, JDA Management Consulting \nCarlos “CJ” Santos\, Nemphos Braue LLC \nLaKia Bourne\, Synergy Accounting Services \nWHEN:           Friday\, January 29\, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. \nWHERE:         This will be a Zoom event livestreamed on Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation’s Facebook page.  Members of the media should RSVP to Allison Akers at aakers@aaedc.org to receive the Zoom login information. \n### \nABOUT THE ANNE ARUNDEL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION \nThe mission of the AAEDC is to serve as a catalyst for business growth in Anne Arundel County thereby increasing job opportunities\, expanding the tax base and improving quality of life.  By providing investment and technical assistance and fostering community revitalization initiatives\, the AAEDC plays a vital role in enhancing commercial districts\, improving county infrastructure\, increasing agriculture-based business and promoting high-value business sectors such as technology and national defense. News and updates are available on the corporation’s website www.ArundelBiz.org.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/county-executive-steuart-pittman-to-join-aaedc-ceo-ben-birge-in-announcing-new-minority-business-program-in-anne-arundel-county/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210130
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201202T160505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T160505Z
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SUMMARY:IEDC: Business Retention & Expansion
DESCRIPTION:This interactive course presents the core components of a BRE program and why the concerns of local businesses need to be actively addressed. By building an understanding of business visitation techniques and survey methods\, practitioners will be able to clearly gauge their community’s business climate. Learn the “red flags” that may indicate a company is looking to move elsewhere\, and learn how to structure an effective technical assistance program to respond to business concerns. This course helps participants understand how a BRE program relates to attraction\, workforce development\, small business finance\, technology transfer and many other economic development activities. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Establishing\, maintaining and upgrading a BRE program\n• Creating effective models for business visitations and surveys\n• Customer-Relationship Management (CRM) techniques\n• Marketing a BRE program\n• Establishing an early warning system\n• Cluster and industry-focused BRE programs\n• Tracking and analyzing customer feedback and response\n• Quantitative and qualitative economic development metrics
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-business-retention-expansion-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210125T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20210118T203821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210118T203821Z
UID:34660-1611563400-1611592200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MWCC Course: Leadership Skills and Style Development (LSSD)
DESCRIPTION:The Leadership Skills & Style Development (LSSD) program is proven to provide participants with personal insights\, key concepts\, critical skills & practices to bring out the best in employees and drive performance. Leaders will learn\, put into practice & share best practices to better match their leadership approach to the performance needs of the organization and the maturity\, motivational and skill levels of their associates. \nClass size is limited\, interaction is high and the program design allows participating leaders to put new ideas into practice “real-time” through the four (4) week program. Each week consists of an online learning event followed days later by an interactive application & learning exchange. This course is from January 25 to February 18. \nIncludes: Four online learning events\, PDFs of all instructional material\, four application exchanges & post-session coaching.\n \nYour facilitator for this event is Kelly Petrock\, President of the LEAD Institute. \nFor details on the program\, please see attached.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-course-leadership-skills-and-style-development-lssd/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201202T141523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T141523Z
UID:33555-1610620200-1610730000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC: Technology-led Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:This technical course focuses on the competitive advantage of regions and the role of economic developers and community stakeholders in building an innovation ecosystem. It is important to understand the process of technological commercialization. In this course participants will be introduced to the legal and financial framework for bringing innovation to market\, including technology protection and product licensing. Learn how to partner with government\, industry\, higher education\, and the private sector to create a highly integrated network of technology and innovation. Multiple case studies will be presented to explain the role of business incubators\, accelerators\, venture capital\, angel networks\, gap financing\, and more. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Forming strategic alliances and technology clusters\n• Building partnerships with higher education and technology councils\n• Understanding technology transfer and commercialization\n• Reviewing patent\, copyright\, trademark\, and licensing terms\n• Developing incubators\, accelerators\, and research parks\n• Developing multiple financing mechanisms for technology businesses\n• Debt vs. equity financing options for entrepreneurs and small businesses\n• Rural technology-led economic development strategies
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-technology-led-economic-development/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201012T155755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T125413Z
UID:32307-1610613900-1610622000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2021 MEDA Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Public and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that will be considered by the Maryland General Assembly during the 2021 session. \nThe MEDA Executive Committee has moved for approval of a minor change to Article V of the MEDA By Laws for consideration by the MEDA membership at its January 14\, 2021 Business Meeting. \nClick here to view the meeting minutes from the September 21\, 2020 Business Meeting \n \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2021-meda-winter-conference/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20210107T142452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T142452Z
UID:34350-1610038800-1610042400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Goal Setting: Re-Monetizing Your Business Goals for the Post Disaster Era
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 Pandemic has altered the way we must look at our Business Goals. From personal and business outcomes that naturally impact our daily lives\, re-setting goals is something we certainly need to address in a much more thoughtful and strategic manner. We will discuss the process of re-setting our goals premised upon our actual experiences and converting those into our business.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/goal-setting-re-monetizing-your-business-goals-for-the-post-disaster-era/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20210106T164118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T164118Z
UID:34302-1610020800-1610026200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MBIA 2021 KICK OFF Meeting
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nOn January 7th  from Noon to 1:30 \nHear about the Great Things to Come in 2021! \n MBIA 2021 KICK OFF Meeting\nVirtual Zoom Event \nJoin MBIA and get to know TEDCO\, CEO  Troy LeMaile-Stovall.   Learn more about Troy’s  vision of re-imagining Maryland’s Innovation Ecosystem and TEDCO’s role in building a more dynamic\, collaborative\, supportive and inclusive community.   Q & A will round out that session. \nAdditionally\, you will get updates on the Maryland Business Innovation Challenge\, Founder City & EcoMap.  Learn how you\, your colleagues\, companies\, communities\, innovation centers and corporations can participate!   Join the Challenge! Get Involved! Stay Informed! \nZOOM LINK:     https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88238477257           \nOr iPhone one-tap:        US: +1 301 715 8592
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mbia-2021-kick-off-meeting/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T191818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T191818Z
UID:32784-1608208200-1608211800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: The Future of Transportation is Approaching at 311 MPH!
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Northeast Maglev \nNow more than ever\, investment in infrastructure projects is the key to economic recovery in the state and in the region. Northeast Maglev’s development of a superconducting maglev (SCMAGLEV) system\, starting with 15-minute service from Washington\, DC to Baltimore with an intermediate stop at BWI Marshall Airport\, is a project poised to employ thousands\, boost productivity\, and strengthen Maryland’s economy. The proven technology will also provide a more efficient and environmentally sound transportation option\, moving millions of cars off the road each year. Get an update from Northeast Maglev on a project that will undoubtedly transform how Marylanders live\, work\, and travel.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-the-future-of-transportation-is-approaching-at-311-mph/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201130T210238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T210238Z
UID:33430-1608138000-1608145200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:FSC First Event: Progress on Purpose: 2020 Digital Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:FSC First invites you to Progress on Purpose! \nThis meeting serves to highlight our FY20 highlights\, and to celebrate those entities that are making a change in our community. This year\, we believe that pivoting was an overarching theme. From transitioning into telework mode\, managing projects\, and assisting in grant and loan programs for the county\, we believe our community had to learn how to pivot with a plan and purpose. We could not close out 2020 without acknowledging those businesses and entities that made a difference in their communities this year. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, December 16th at 5 p.m. for Progress on Purpose. We would love to see you there!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/fsc-first-event-progress-on-purpose-2020-digital-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T191736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T191736Z
UID:32781-1608121800-1608123600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: LGIT Health: Savings\, Transparency & Control
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by LGIT Health \nHealth benefit costs keep rising. LGIT Health can put you in control! When you want the savings and control of a health insurance program\, turn to the Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT Health). Since 2010\, LGIT Health has specialized in helping employers save premium dollars while providing outstanding benefit coverage to their employees.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-lgit-health-savings-transparency-control/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201110T214100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T180128Z
UID:32922-1607940000-1607945400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:BGE's 6th Annual Energizing Business Growth Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our annual Energizing Business Growth Webinar. This year’s event will include a keynote address from Alicia Wilson\, VP for Economic Development\, Johns Hopkins University and Health System as well as a business spotlight panel discussion. A panel of industry leaders will discuss business resilience during the pandemic\, strategies for adapting to the new normal and success stories from eCommerce and other thriving industries.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/6th-annual-energizing-business-growth-webinar/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T191654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T191654Z
UID:32779-1607689800-1607693400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: Defining the Digital Workspace in a Post-COVID World
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by World Wide Technology (WWT) \nThe onset of COVID made technologies that were previously thought of as nice to have now being seen as critical business enablers. Enterprise collaboration platforms\, and virtual workspaces and meeting spaces were suddenly of utmost importance. Streamlined communications with customers and constituents also became more important than ever. And\, of course\, cybersecurity could not be overlooked in a rush to provide these enhanced or often new digital services. Combined\, these factors caused shifts in digital strategy to accommodate for immediate needs as a part of a larger strategy\, so as to not waste money on short-lived solutions. In this session we will discuss how the necessitated shift in IT strategy and lessons learned during COVID will continue to shape the digital workspace in a post COVID world.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-defining-the-digital-workspace-in-a-post-covid-world/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T191609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T191609Z
UID:32777-1607594400-1607598000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: Full Circle Retirement Planning with Social Security 360
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Nationwide Retirement Solutions \nThe financial impact of COVID-19 has many employees reevaluating their retirement investments. Social Security can help form the foundation of a retirement income plan – replacing about 40% of an average wage earner’s income – but studies show that fewer than 10% of employees understand what factors determine their amount of Social Security benefit. Join this presentation for an overview of Nationwide’s Social Security 360®program\, an end-to-end solution that combines education on Social Security\, a suite of participant engagement materials\, a comprehensive tool for guiding well-informed filing decisions\, and broad support for answering commonly asked questions and developing income plans. The presenters will also cover unique filing options that affect government employees\, such as the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-full-circle-retirement-planning-with-social-security-360/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201116T141508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T141508Z
UID:33000-1607586300-1607592600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership Event: Virtual Speaker Series: Senate President Bill Ferguson
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bwi-business-partnership-event-virtual-speaker-series-senate-president-bill-ferguson/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T191524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T191524Z
UID:32775-1607517000-1607520600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: Value What’s Between the Lines: The Benefits of Water and Wastewater Upgrades
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by NORESCO \nWater supply and wastewater treatment systems are among the most energy-intensive local government facilities. Facility leaders are challenged with reducing energy and water consumption\, while maintaining high quality operations and complying with standards\, codes\, and regulations. However\, for county governments\, water and wastewater can be a hidden resource. Explore the potential flowing between the lines and learn how counties can realize efficiencies in water and wastewater operations with experts from NORESCO.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-value-whats-between-the-lines-the-benefits-of-water-and-wastewater-upgrades/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201022T144433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T135930Z
UID:32675-1607472000-1607644799@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:F3 Tech 2020 CyberAg Symposium - Secure the Future of Agtech
DESCRIPTION:Join leaders in both agriculture and cybersecurity at the intersection of these two industries to explore emerging opportunities presented by the rise of agtech.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/f3-tech-2020-cyberag-symposium/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T190436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T190436Z
UID:32773-1607085000-1607086800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: How Is Your County Handling the GASB Fiduciary Reporting Statement?
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC\n \nThis session will provide a brief overview of Governmental Accounting Board Statement No. 84\, which establishes criteria for identifying and reporting fiduciary activities for all state and local governments. This standard could have considerable impact on your governmental unit – activities that were previously fiduciary may no longer fit that definition\, while others that were never on your financial statement before\, now could be. Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC\, experts in public sector accounting\, auditing\, and consulting\, will review best practices and what you need to know to implement the standard.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-how-is-your-county-handling-the-gasb-fiduciary-reporting-statement/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T190349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T190349Z
UID:32771-1606993200-1606996800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: Beyond the 911 Call
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Motorola Solutions\n \nWhen a citizen calls 911 for help\, what happens to the request that results in the emergency responders arriving at the scene? Explore a behind-the-scenes look at what is possible in the critical workflow of a 911 call in a cloud-enabled\, seamlessly integrated ecosystem from case initiation to case closure. See and experience Incident Awareness\, Incident Management and Post-Incident Resolution involving data\, voice\, and video in the industry’s first and only mission-critical ecosystem built for Public Safety and Enterprise. Presenters will demonstrate live and recorded workflows from Motorola’s world class Innovation Center.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-beyond-the-911-call/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20200916T164004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T191702Z
UID:31923-1606984200-1606995000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Rural Economic Development Session - Southern Maryland Edition
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by PNC Bank and created in coordination with MEDA and the counties of Calvert\, Charles\, and St. Mary’s\, the “Southern Maryland Entrepreneurial Conference” Building For The Future\, is for entrepreneurs – current and aspiring – and for those who work with and support entrepreneurs. Attendees will learn about the resources\, tools\, and assets in Southern Maryland that are the building blocks of the entrepreneurial ecosystem\, and share their own insights and experiences to help shape the future of entrepreneurship in the region. The program will include keynote and panel formats. \nHighlighting current entrepreneurial resources\, the Southern Maryland Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Resources Panel boasts speakers from technology\, education\, and small business.  These regional experts will discuss innovative entrepreneur-focused resources located in the tri-county region. Our panelists herald from a variety of organizations\, each with the goal of enhancing and developing small businesses and entrepreneurs in the Southern Maryland region. \nRegional Innovation Collaborative Workgroups will present the newly launched Southern Maryland Regional Innovation Collaborative (RIC) with two-way discussion on how that initiative can support and enhance entrepreneurship. This interactive group discussion will highlight ways to: Promote Quality of Life Assets in the Region; Create a More Coordinated and Robust Startup Support System; Develop Programming and Funding to Support Business Diversification & Small Business Growth. Attendees will select their workgroup. \nThis event is open to MEDA Members and elected and appointed officials.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/rural-econ-dev-somd/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201022T133814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T133814Z
UID:32672-1606924800-1606932000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2020 MARYLAND STATE OF THE PORTS
DESCRIPTION:For over a decade\, WTCI has hosted the annual State of the Ports address – a chance for the nearly 300 attendees to get the latest updates about Maryland’s ports from leaders in the public and private sector. This year\, in addition to Secretary of Transportation Greg Slater delivering the address\, we will welcome the leaders of the Maryland Port Administration and BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport for a panel discussion and interactive audience Q&A. In addition\, this year’s virtual event will feature two breakout sessions. This virtual event is free for all attendees.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2020-maryland-state-of-the-ports/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T104500
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201104T135313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T135313Z
UID:32863-1606210200-1606214700@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Champions of MD Manufacturing Webinar #1  Maryland's Contribution to the Fight Against COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Moderator: Mike Kelleher\, Executive Director\, MD MEP (Read Champion story here.)\nPanelists: \n\nMary Agnes Sheridan\, Director of STEAM\, Notre Dame Preparatory School*\, Baltimore County\nRick Wincek\, VP of Operations\, PATRIOT*\, Calvert County\nLuke Chow\, President & CEO\, Prime Manufacturing Technologies\, Howard County\nMarty Rosendale\, CEO\, Maryland Tech Council\n* Winner of the 2020 Champions of Maryland Manufacturing People’s Choice Award in the “Fighting COVID-19” category. Get more People’s Choice Awards details here.\n\nMaryland’s manufacturing ecosystem is playing a pivotal role in the fight against COVID-19. Whether it’s locally with the production of much-needed masks\, hand sanitizer and medical gowns\, nationally to meet the urgent and increased demand for hospital medical equipment and self-contained treatment “spaces” or globally in the race to develop a vaccine. Statewide\, individuals and entities of all sizes are rising to the challenge with initiative\, innovation and determination to mitigate the health and business risks presented by the novel Coronavirus. (Read all 2020 Champions of MD Manufacturing Fighting COVID-19 stories here.) Collectively\, they illustrate the powerful and positive impact of Maryland manufacturing and the potential for Maryland to be a global leader on the manufacturing front. Join Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland (RMI) on November 24 as we talk with organization representatives\, company executives\, and industry leaders about: \n\nthe profound impact Maryland is having on the fight against COVID-19\nstrategies employed in the process\nwhat can be done to help Maryland scale and capitalize on the positive impact going forward\n\nCost: RMI Members – $0; RMI Non-members: $25
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/champions-of-md-manufacturing-webinar-1-marylands-contribution-to-the-fight-against-covid-19/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201123T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T190305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T190305Z
UID:32769-1606131000-1606132800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: Developing a Data & Analytics Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Moser Consulting \nAfter scores of engagements and clients\, spanning multiple technical solutions\, Moser has redefined its approach to helping its clients design and implement a data and analytics strategy. In the session\, we will define our four foundations of a data and analytics strategy. The strategy and each foundation will cover the Why\, How and What questions to help guide businesses toward building data and analytics in a mature and functional method.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-developing-a-data-analytics-strategy/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201028T190203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T190203Z
UID:32767-1605875400-1605879000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: Make The Call: Greatest Hits From Your HR Hotline
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by LGIT \nCounties who belong to the Local Government Insurance Trust for coverage enjoy a special service – an employment law “hotline.” It’s not only free good legal advice\, but LGIT backs it up by halving your deductible if you consult before the tricky HR actions. In this session\, veteran MACo presenter Kevin Karpinski\, partner of the firm handling the hotline calls\, will review hot topics in public sector personnel matters\, and will field your questions as we enter yet another “new normal” setting.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-make-the-call-greatest-hits-from-your-hr-hotline/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T162448
CREATED:20201021T174107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T174107Z
UID:32650-1605808800-1605814200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Maryland Women's Business Center - A Decade of Difference: Celebrating 10 years of EmpowHERment
DESCRIPTION:Maryland Women’s Business Center Celebrates 10 Years of EmpowHERment\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are so excited to share a decade of accomplishments of women in business. (virtually\, of course) \nWe will have a program of awards\, empowHERment\, and raffle prizes from local artists! \nAbsorb girl power vibes from our keynote speaker\, Milk & Honey Co-Owner and success coach\, Monique Rose\, and NBC 4 Washington News Anchor\, Jummy Olabanji \nAttendance is F R E E. To enter the raffle\, just donate a minimum of $10. \nIf you would like to be a sponsor\, please contact: PublicAffiars@MarylandWBC.org \n♥️ #MWBCempowHERed \n** Please note\, we will send the Zoom link in a seperate email with other additional attendee exclusives! **
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-womens-business-center-a-decade-of-difference-%ef%bb%bfcelebrating-10-years-of-empowherment/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking
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